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At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values: 

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. 
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust. 
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise. 

Role: Group Head – Sports Partnerships & Sponsorships
Location: Gurgaon

Role Summary & Impact

We are looking for a dynamic professional at Group Head level to lead Sports Partnerships & Sponsorships, responsible for driving brand partnerships across marquee sports properties including leagues, franchises, and large-scale sporting events. The role will involve end-to-end management of sponsorship deals, brand integrations, and execution of multi-platform campaigns across broadcast, digital, and on-ground activations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage sports sponsorships and brand partnerships across properties and sports leagues.
• Drive end-to-end partnership management including pitch development, commercial negotiations, contracting, and execution.
• Conceptualize and execute 360-degree sponsorship campaigns including broadcast integrations, digital campaigns, influencer collaborations, and on-ground activations.
• Manage team/athlete partnerships, including content planning, shoot coordination, and performance tracking.
• Work closely with internal teams including brand, media, digital, content, and on-ground activation teams to ensure seamless campaign execution.
• Develop sponsorship proposals, pitch decks, and partnership strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Track and report campaign performance, ROI, and brand visibility metrics for sponsors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sports franchises, agencies, athletes, and talent management firms.
• Lead and manage project timelines and deliverables.

Key Requirements

• 5–6 years of experience in sports marketing, sponsorships, partnerships, or brand solutions.
• Strong understanding of sports sponsorship ecosystem (IPL, Pro Kabaddi, ISL, ICC events, etc.).
• Experience in brand integrations, athlete partnerships, and on-ground activations.
• Strong skills in client servicing, presentations, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Experience working with sports agencies, media agencies, or brand partnerships teams is preferred.
• MBA/PGDM in Marketing/Sports Management preferred.

Key Skills

• Sports Sponsorships & Partnerships
• Brand Integrations
• Athlete & Team Partnerships
• On-ground Activations
• Campaign Planning & Execution
• Client Servicing & Stakeholder Management
• Pitch Decks & Sponsorship Sales
• Campaign Reporting & ROI Measurement

Life at WPP Media & Benefits 

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.   

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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